Head of School

Part of the City2Coast Primary Federation     Tel:  01493 378300   Email:  exechead@cpfed.org   Website:   https://www.brundallprimary.com/   Executive Headteacher: Jonathan Rice     Salary - L12 to L16   Permanent   Full ‑ time   Required September 2026     The City 2 Coast Federation is seeking an inspirational and committed Head of School to work in close partnership with the Executive Headteacher, leading one of our primary schools within the City2Coast Primary Federation – Brundall Primary School.    This is a key leadership role, focused on securing high‑quality teaching and learning, raising standards for all pupils, and sustaining a strong, shared ethos across the federation. The successful candidate will lead by example, motivate staff, and ensure the school continues to thrive at the heart of its community.    Key Responsibilities   Provide clear educational vision and leadership, securing effective teaching, learning, and achievement for all pupils  Work collaboratively with the Executive Headteacher and leadership team to shape strategic direction and school improvement  Lead, motivate, challenge and develop staff to deliver the highest standards through effective performance management and CPD  Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching, pupil achievement, and progress using data, benchmarks, and targets  Ensure the effective organisation, management, and administration of the school  Promote a positive, inclusive culture and strong partnerships with pupils, parents, carers, governors, and the wider community  Represent the school confidently to a range of audiences, including governors, parents, Ofsted, and external stakeholders  Oversee the effective use of resources to ensure value for money and compliance with health and safety requirements  Contribute to federation‑wide development and engage actively in community events to promote the City2Coast Federation    Accountability   The Head of School will be accountable to the Executive Headteacher for the efficient and effective running of the school and will contribute to:  School self‑evaluation and improvement planning  Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on progress and outcomes  Providing accurate local and national data as required    The Successful Candidate Will Have   Proven leadership experience with a strong track record of school improvement  The ability to inspire, support, and challenge staff to achieve their best  A clear understanding of high‑quality teaching, learning, and assessment  Strong interpersonal and communication skills  Commitment to collaborative working within a federation model  The ability to think creatively and strategically to anticipate challenges and identif